Tullibardine 25 Year Old vs Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old - New Year 2022 Limited Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Tullibardine
★ 5.00
£155

Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old - New Year 2022 Limited Edition
Johnnie Walker
£199
| Tullibardine 25 Year Old | Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old - New Year 2022 Limited Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tullibardine | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £155 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old - New Year 2022 Limited Edition
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old - New Year 2022 Limited Edition
Quick verdict
Tullibardine 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tullibardine 25 Year Old is better value at £155 vs £199.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old - New Year 2022 Limited Edition is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£155 vs £199)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old - New Year 2022 Limited Edition
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £155)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old - New Year 2022 Limited Edition is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Only Johnnie Walker XR 21 Year Old - New Year 2022 Limited Edition